The Bet

Chapter 2

Back by popular demand (and like 11 reviews) I give you the second chapter to The Bet. Before we start I would like to put in a disclaimer. I DO NOT own Amy Rose or Shadow the Hedgehog and any other STH character used in this story. Everyone else is an OC. Also, any brand used in this chapter and future ones do not belong to me, either. Only some will be mine… Others belong to whatever company runs/owns/created them. Now, let's get this started!

Lake Wood Mall

7:28 p.m. Normal POV

Amy and Shadow were currently sitting at a table in the food court of a four-story mall. Amy had four bags total; two from Old Navy, another one from Racheal's Boutique, and the last one from Macy's. Still, Amy wanted to stop at one last store before leaving, with Shadow had no problem with, and they'd be done. Really, Shadow had put Amy on a budget (that was unnecessary) and how many stops would be made. That killed some time…

Amy had changed into a white tank top with a sky blue mini-jacket that had short sleeves, a sky blue tutu and white short leggings before they came. The look was finished with white ballet flats with a blue rose at the tip. She was eating plain vanilla ice-cream as Shadow sat and watched her. He had nothing better to do.

"So, which store should I go in next?" Amy asked him. She dipped the spoon back into the cup.

"Anywhere, but Victoria's Secret…" he stated simply.

"Why? All I'd want from there is perfume. Wait… did I get that one from Macy's?"

"Anywhere, but Victoria's Secret." he repeated.

"Alright, alright! Geez… what's got you all moody? I thought you'd be happy on our birthday." she said, bringing the spoon to her mouth afterwards.

"I'm not moody…I just don't like all the attention…" Shadow had his head hidden in his folded arms and his ears down. Nearby girls were glaring at Amy, yet looking ever-so-longing at Shadow. It's obvious that he was uncomfortable.

"Just ignore them, I always do. They just think we're together and all that jazz. Since they know a guy could never love them, it's what all girls that feel insecure about themselves do." Amy explained. She ate more ice-cream, not noticing Shadow's face. It held confusion.

"How can you just say that like it's nothing?"

"Well, it's pretty simple really. Just look at their faces," she pointed to another hedgehog girl with yellow fur, "…she couldn't more obvious that she's checking you out, but when she sees me, it's like automatic hatred."

"They don't even know us."

"Exactly! They judge people by looking at who they hang with. If they see a cute guy hanging with a equally cute girl, they get jealous." And just like that, Amy made it look easier to understand.

"Cute?" he said, his eyebrow raised.

"I'm not talking about you directly, but in their eyes, cute… or more…" she said. Amy simply shrugged her shoulders and put the spoon in her mouth again, savoring the last scoop.

"Uh-huh, how do I look in your eyes?" he said smirking.

"Cute."

Shadow dropped the smirk, and replaced it with a smug look. "That's it?"

"What am I supposed to say? That your without a doubt irresistibly handsome? Say yes to that and you go from 'cute' to self-conceited."

"…"

"Thought so." Amy got up threw away the cup. She picked two bags and left the rest for Shadow. "I changed my mind, I'll go home with what I got. It's getting late, anyway."

Shadow got up as well, and grabbed the remaining bags. They begun walking towards the door, not before hearing a couple of feminine groans filled with disappointment.

"So… anything new with you?" Amy asked. They had exited the mall and were heading towards Amy's apartment.

"No."

"Seen any good movies?" she asked. She was really trying to start a conversation… really trying.

"No." Amy sighed. Well that didn't work…

"Um…what about-"

"Amy, there is nothing going on in my life that would possibly interest you. So, why bother?"

"…" Amy sighed again.

"I didn't mean it like that. It's just… I've been busy lately and, this thing with Sonic isn't really helping." Shadow said.

"Busy with what?" Again with the questions?

"G.U.N. has me running around filing paperwork for unnecessary lawsuits. They're beening sued and I have to deal with, other than that, Rouge is being a pain in the ass."

"I thought Rouge quit to work for the president?"

"She did. Rouge got fired because she was caught stealing jewelry from the president's wife." Shadow explained effortlessly.

"Is that what you meant by 'unnecessary lawsuits'?" Shadow nodded.

"I guess you really are busy…"

They finally reached Amy's door. She unlocked the door and took the bags from Shadow. Putting them in her room, she rejoined him at the door.

"Now what?" Amy asked.

"I only agreed to shopping, nothing more."

"Wanna play a game?"

"Amy, I said-" Amy was in her hall closet and already had two different games in her hands. Monopoly and Uno.

"Please? I have nothing better to do."

"Can't you call Cream or something?" Shadow tried.

"She's on a date with Tails." Shadow looked around, trying to think of something else to say. "Just say yes, Shadow." he sighed.

"Fine. One hour."

"Two and I leave you alone for the rest of the day." Shadow rolled his eyes. What 'rest of the day'? I spent most of it surrounded by crowds of people…

"Whatever." They sat on opposite of her coffee table as Amy set the first game, Uno.

Amy's Apartment

9:37 p.m.

"I have 4,732 dollars and six properties with a total of twelve houses and one hotel." Amy said.

"6,293 dollars and three properties with a total of eight houses." Shadow said. Amy started to pout.

This was their second game of Monopoly after playing Uno seven times. Shadow had managed to win every last game! Amy was furious, knowing there was someone who could beat at her favorite game. Amy threw down her money and crossed her arms.

"I can't stand you."

"It was you're idea to play this." Shadow said, with a smirk.

"So? Haven't you ever heard of throwing a game for the girl?" Amy said. She most definitely had an attitude with this guy.

"No. You should be mature enough to not let something so trivial get to you."

"Whatever. Your two hours are over. You can leave whenever." Amy said. She still held that pout, which was cute… even to Shadow. He actually felt bad.

Shadow made his way over to her and pulled her into a hug. Amy wasn't at all shocked, but her face stayed the same.

"Don't think this means anything. 'Cause it doesn't." Amy said. Shadow rolled his eyes.

"Your just a sore loser."

"Get out." Shadow chuckled, but made his way out, nonetheless.

"You'll have to see me sooner or later." Shadow walking towards the door.

"No, I don't."

"Rose, you text at one o'clock in the morning saying you can't sleep. Do you really think I'll believe you can last one day without having some sort of interaction with me?" He said, in a matter-of-factly tone.

"Yes."

"How much you want to bet?"

"A Snickers bar and a bag of plain M&M's." Amy said.

"Sure. Whatever." And with that, Shadow was gone.

Diamond Field Park

3:02 p.m.

Amy and Shadow sat on a park bench as Amy munched away on M&M's he bought for her, she lasted the whole night. She still couldn't sleep though...

"Sonic's throwing a pool party today." Amy said.

"So?"

"I want to go."

"You're telling me because…?" Amy growled.

"You're taking me, that's why." she said, rudely.

"What makes you say that? It's bad enough being in this bet with you, but going to his house act like this is real is too much." Shadow retorted.

"Some Ultimate Life Form you are, can't even handle a fake relationship and-"

"Amy, shut the fuck up. This has nothing to do with my title as Ultimate Life Form and the fact you actually went there is beyond even the likes of you. It's only been a day, what could Sonic possibly think we've done?" Shadow said.

"There's a lot a perverted hedgehog like Sonic could think to happen. You know this, I know this. Come on, Shadow, think for minute."

"Oh, like you haven't thought about it?"

"Though about what?" Amy asked innocently.

"Don't play stupid." Shadow threatened. He just realized that he didn't tell her everything there was to know about the bet and he needed to know if she was cool with it. You know…

"I'm not. Just take me to the party!"

"Why I have to?" he said.

"Because seeing us together in public could ive him an idea that we're dating for real. I know how to act." she said triumphantly. Shadow rolled his eyes.

"I'm still not convinced." As soon as he said that, Amy had the nerve to actually slap him across the face. "The hell..."

"That was for telling me to shut the fuck up." Amy put quite simply.

"Guess I deserved it. That doesn't make me agree to this anymore more than before."

"Okay, I'll show up by myself and tell everyone that if I scratched your left ear, you'd act like a cute little puppy which shows you aren't as tough as you try to come off. Since your not there to say otherwise, they'll believe me."

"You make a pretty compelling point there, Rose..."

"So if I showed up, you'll be there right?"

"Show up and find out." Shadow left her alone on the bench. Amy wasn't sure if he wanted her to follow so, she got up anyway and left. Neither seem to notice Amy left her Snickers bar sitting there to melt slowly in the summer heat.

"You actually convinced him to come?" Sonic asked.

"I have my ways." Amy replied.

Yes, Shadow came with Amy, but mostly to protect his pride. Everyone were suspicious to find out what was going on between the two, I mean, two days is enough to do something right? Amy changed into a light blue two-piece bathing suit. The top being halter-top styled with two white stripes on each of her side, also showing her back and the bottom had white drawstrings on the sides to tighten it or loosen it. Shadow had a pair of plain red swim shorts showing off his six-pack. Even Amy has to admit, she did most definitely notice...

"...But it's Shadow?! I mean, COME ON!" Sonic exclaimed. He tried to get Shadow to agree to coming and was shot down. Then Amy comes along and all of a sudden, he's says yes like that. Sonic was both pissed and impressed.

"So? Shadow has a heart, somewhere...when he wants to... okay, I had to a few threats, but I got him here. Your welcome." Amy finally said.

"You two do anything last night? This morning?"

"Like...?"

"Sonic, get your ass over here a chose the playlist!" Knuckles shouted.

"To be continued." Sonic said, leaving.

Shadow walked quietly behind Amy until they were basically touching. He was going to scare her by getting her to notice him standing there. It'd be funny.

"I wonder what happened to my Snickers bar?" Amy wondered out loud. She wasn't turning around anytime soon, so...

"Maybe you left it in the park?" Amy visibly jumped a little and her breathe hitched. She turned to look at him with a glare.

"I find it amusing when you show your anger, Rose." Shadow said. He even had a small smile on his face when he said it.

"Because you're the only other jackass to make me angry." Amy said.

"Who might the other be? My obviously attractive side you have dreams about?" At the park, Amy was without a doubt dissing Shadow's acting skills. Boy, was she about to get a wake up call...

"...I m-meant Sonic... you know what, I think I heard Cheese calling me."

"He says 'chao' instead of words. How could he possibly call for you?"

Amy didn't answer him, but instead walked away. He smirked to himself. Who says he can't act? No one should ever doubt the skills of Shadow the Hedgehog.

"Like I have to make her fall for me..."

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"He was totally trying me Cream!"

"Maybe-"

"I can't stand that...that...ugh!"

"Or maybe-"

"Chao chao!"

"Amy!"

Amy had dragged Cream into the bathroom to talk and Cheese followed them. Amy's was turned on by Shadow and she wasn't about to admit to it. She just wouldn't.

"What?"

"Maybe Shadow isn't. He could like you back." Cream suggested.

"I don't like him!" Amy protested.

"Then why are we in a bathroom as you rant on and on about how you can't him?" Cream said, arms crossed.

"Uhhh... I don't...know..."

"Case closed."

"But, I can't like him. Sonic and him-" Amy quickly shut up. Cream doesn't know about the bet... or at least she hoped.

"Sonic told me and Rouge and see to that we monitor you're reaction to Shadow's every move with you. And I heard you and him talking."

"Well, Sonic certainly didn't keep this low key... that's besides the point. I need help!" Amy whined.

"Just let it play out naturally Amy. Shadow likes you in some way, your in a bathing suit at a pool party. Look for signs that says he's coming around." Cream said.

"You're so young and wise."

"I've had a lot of talks with mom. She knows Tails asked me out." Amy had a big grin on her face.

"I need details!"

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"Shadow, get in the pool."

"No."

"Get in it."

"No."

"You get off your butt and get in that pool!"

"Um, let me think about it... NO!"

Amy sank in her seat on the lounge chair. She been doing this for three minutes and Cream watched from afar laughing with Tails. Shadow and Amy's encounters were like a reality TV show to everyone else. Amy always seems to bring the drama in some way.

"Why not?"

"Because I said so." Amy curled her hands into fists and glared at the boy.

"Hitting me does nothing. You'll hurt yourself." Shadow said. Amy gave up and left.

"Well, any signs?" Cream asked. She was trying to hide her snicker, but it came off as a huge smile.

"You know, for a sixteen year old, you're a pain in the ass. You're the sweet one, remember?" Amy said, arms crossed.

"I know, I still am! Your love life is just very interesting."

"I do not love nor like him!"

"You say that now..." Tails added in.

"Tails, go a dunk yourself in the pool." Amy threatened.

"Silver and I can talk to him if you want. I mean, we're all not exactly friends, but I'm sure we can get something out of 'em."

"Oh, like it'll make a difference. Guy is impossible!" She fumed to herself. It's like no one understands this.

"So you don't want me to talk to him?"

"No, do!" Amy exclaimed.

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"Dude, girl's goin' crazy!" Silver said.

"I know."

"What're going to do about it?" Tails asked.

"Nothing."

"What?" Silver questioned.

"She'll come around first. Until then, I'm not interested. Remember I'm basically forced into this."

"You have two months, not two years! You need to get on that train and get moving! Take her to a couple of places and have her over at your house and she's most definitely yours. I should know..." Silver said.

"I don't need details." Shadow said.

"Look, all we're saying is instead of trying to play her, actually try to make something out of this. Sonic expected you to be caught in the 'act' with her to get money out of him. That's not happening like this." Tails said.

"Aren't you just seventeen?" Silver asked.

"I had a few talks with Vanilla. She's aware of me asking Cream out."

"Amy used that as an excuse to get me into playing a game with her."

"Maybe she's desperate..."

Amy at that exact moment hit Silver and knocked him into the pool. "I'm not fucking desperate!" she pointed a finger at him.

"Never said you were." Silver shouted.

"Hmph." she walked off.

"You could always make her the female you."